Somalia Protests Israel’s Somaliland Recognition

Protests in Somalia Over Somaliland Recognition On 26 December 2025, Israel officially

recognized Somaliland as an independent state. Somaliland declared independence from

Somalia in 1991, but it has not been widely recognized by other countries. Following the announcement,

protests took place across Somalia, including in Mogadishu, Lasanod, Guriel,

Galkayo, Baidoa, and Hobyo. Demonstrators expressed opposition to the

recognition and concerns about Somalia’s territorial integrity. The Somali government stated that the

decision violates Somalia’s sovereignty. Some observers also noted concerns that the move could affect

regional stability in the Horn of Africa. Most protests were reported to be peaceful, with participants